Cool MateMeaning of Hand on heart
A phrase used to emphasize sincerity or truthfulness when making a statement.
In simple words: To be sincere and honest about what you say.
Hand on heart in a sentence
- I can say, hand on heart, that I never cheated on the exam.
- Hand on heart, I believe this is the best decision for everyone.
- She promised, hand on heart, that she would always support him.
- Hand on heart, I will always be there for you.
- He said, hand on heart, that he would never lie to us.
How to use Hand on heart
Used in informal and formal contexts to express honesty. Often used before making a statement where truthfulness is emphasized.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Imagine placing your hand on your heart to show you are telling the truth.
Related words
Collocations with Hand on heart
- speak hand on heart
- promise hand on heart
- say hand on heart
Synonyms for Hand on heart
- honestly
- truthfully
- sincerely
Common mistakes with Hand on heart
- Using in very formal texts or speeches where honesty phrasing is less appropriate.
- Mistaking it for a literal action rather than an expression of sincerity.
Hand on heart appears in
Hand on heart in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
حَطّ اليد على القلب
أن تكون صادقًا وصادقًا فيما تقوله.
- Bengaliবাংলা
হাতে হাত রেখে
যা বলছো সে ব্যাপারে সৎ ও সত্যবাদী হওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Hand aufs Herz
Aufrichtig und ehrlich sein bei dem, was man sagt.
- SpanishEspañol
Con la mano en el corazón
Ser sincero y honesto sobre lo que dices.
- Persianفارسی
با دست روی قلب
صادق و راستگو بودن در مورد آنچه میگویی.
- FrenchFrançais
La main sur le cœur
Être sincère et honnête dans ce que l'on dit.
- Hindiहिन्दी
Hand on heart
जो आप कहते हैं उसके बारे में ईमानदार और सच्चा होना।
- ItalianItaliano
Con la mano sul cuore
Essere sinceri e onesti riguardo a ciò che si dice.
- PortuguesePortuguês
De coração na mão
Para ser sincero e honesto sobre o que você diz.
- RussianРусский
Клянусь сердцем
Быть искренним и честным в том, что говоришь.
- Urduاردو
دل پر یقین
جو بات کہی جائے اس کے بارے میں مخلص اور ایماندار ہونا۔
- Chinese中文
Hand on heart
To be sincere and honest about what you say.
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Frequently asked questions about Hand on heart
What does Hand on heart mean?
To be sincere and honest about what you say.
What is the definition of Hand on heart?
A phrase used to emphasize sincerity or truthfulness when making a statement.
How do you use Hand on heart in a sentence?
I can say, hand on heart, that I never cheated on the exam.
Can you give another example of Hand on heart?
Hand on heart, I believe this is the best decision for everyone.
What are synonyms for Hand on heart?
Common alternatives include honestly, truthfully, sincerely.
What words go with Hand on heart?
It commonly pairs with speak hand on heart, promise hand on heart, say hand on heart.
What are common mistakes when using Hand on heart?
Using in very formal texts or speeches where honesty phrasing is less appropriate. Mistaking it for a literal action rather than an expression of sincerity.
How do you pronounce Hand on heart?
US: //hænd ɑn hɑrt//, UK: //hænd ɒn hɑːt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Hand on heart?
Used in informal and formal contexts to express honesty. Often used before making a statement where truthfulness is emphasized.